Current Vacancies

The successful candidate will work as part of team supporting the systematic integration of Quality and Safety throughout the service. Candidates will have:  

• An academic award in Risk Management or Quality at Level 8 (or higher) on the Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) framework or equivalent and/or a professional qualification in a health related area.  

• Minimum of 3 years proven experience and working knowledge in Quality, ideally in a clinical / healthcare setting that has involved quality and risk management as relevant to this role.  

• Experience of leading / influencing change in an organisation and a proven track record in driving Continuous Improvement programmes.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills and experience of delivering training programmes.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite. Experience with audit management/CAPA (Corrective Action/Preventative Action) management programs strongly preferred.  

• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the capability to manage multiple priorities / projects with competing priorities/deadlines.  

• Clean full driver’s licence as 25% travel between sites will be required.

• Experience of team management / development and ability to work equally well as part of a team or independently.  

• A strong working knowledge of quality standards e.g. CHKS, JCI, ISO, HIQA and quality systems.  

• In addition, candidates will be expected to be innovative, attentive to details and ability and willingness to work flexibly.   

  

Informal enquiries can be made by telephoning Ms. Niamh McKeon (Director of Quality) on 091 770868 or by email at nmckeon@galwayhospice.ie.

 

Closing date for receipt of all applications is 2.00 p.m. 9^th September 2025

Please contact Ann Dolan, Director of HR for a detailed Job Description and Application Form at adolan@galwayhospice.ie

 

Galway Hospice Foundation is an Equal Opportunities Employer

 

The primary role of the Health Care Assistant will be to assist members of the multidisciplinary team in providing the highest standard of physical, psychological, social and spiritual care for patients, their relatives and friends

Applicants must have:

(i)         A FETAC in Healthcare or equivalent is essential.

(ii)        Experience in Palliative Care or Hospital setting.

(iii)       Two years’ experience as Health Care Assistant

(iv)       Previous experience in a vibrant Inpatient Unit environment or similar with experience of activity/event organisation desirable

(v)        Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

(vi)       IT Skills

(vii)      A desire to help / care for people

(viii)     A reliable, diligent and trustworthy character

(ix)       Treat all information confidentially and sensitively.

 

Closing date for receipt of all applications is

Thursday 11th September 2025 @ 11.00 a.m.

Please forward your application form and cover letter to Judy Tierney, HR Business Advisor, on jtierney@galwayhospice.ie

 

Galway Hospice Foundation is an Equal Opportunities Employer

We are inviting expressions of interest from candidates to be considered for current & future vacancies. By applying now, you’ll be added to our recruitment panel, giving you priority consideration when suitable roles become available.

Join Our Nursing Panel. Make Every Moment Matter.

Full-Time, Permanent – Galway & Mayo

At Galway Hospice Foundation, care is connection — listening, comforting, and being present in the moments that matter most.

If you’re a Staff Nurse who wants your skills to make every moment count — when people need it most — we’d love you on our panel for current and future full-time permanent roles in Galway and Mayo. By applying now, you’ll be placed on our recruitment panel for priority consideration as roles arise.

The Role

· Provide exceptional, person-centred care in our In-Patient Unit (IPU).

· Work alongside a collaborative multidisciplinary team that supports you to do your best work.

· Help create a calm, compassionate environment for patients and the people important to them.

Essential Criteria

· Registered in General Nursing with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).

· 12–18 months post-registration experience.

· Experience in palliative/oncology care is a plus (not essential).

· Ideally a P. Dip in Palliative Care (or related area), or willingness to complete post-probation.

· Strong teamwork, communication and organisation skills—and a warm, respectful approach to care.

Why Galway Hospice?

We’re a newly designated Section 38 organisation, offering a supportive culture, development opportunities and a career with meaning and impact.

How to Apply · Download the Job Description and Application Form.

Forward your completed Application Form and cover letter to Judy Tierney, HR Business Advisor, at jtierney@galwayhospice.ie.

Informal Enquiries: Donna Lynott — dlynott@galwayhospice.ie

 

Closing date: Monday, 3 November 2025 at 11:00 a.m.

 

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Galway Hospice is an Equal Opportunities Employer.